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Frequently Asked Questions

Policies

Access (ADA)

The Georgia Tech Global Learning center is compliant under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any individual who requires accommodation for participation in any course offered by GTPE should contact us prior to the start of the course.

Assessment

Courses that are part of certificate programs include a required assessment. Passing criteria is determined by the instructor and is provided to learners at the start of the course.

Attendance

CEUs are awarded to participants who attend a minimum of 80% of the scheduled class time.

Citizenship

Georgia Tech’s Office of Research Security and Compliance requires citizenship information be maintained for those participating in most GTPE courses. Citizenship information is obtained directly from the learner at the time of registration and is maintained in the Georgia Tech Student System.

Course Cancellations

GTPE reserves the right to substitute instructors, change course dates and locations, or cancel a course due to insufficient enrollment or unforeseen events. If GTPE cancels a course, participants will be notified via email or phone and will be given the option for a full refund or to transfer their registration and any fees paid to another course. It is the responsibility of the student to pay any difference in price, if applicable, when a transfer is made. GTPE is not responsible for nonrefundable plane tickets, hotel and rental car deposits, nor any other expenses incurred.

Data Collection and Storage

Participants in GTPE courses are required to complete an online profile that meets the requirements of Georgia Tech Research Security. Information collected is maintained in the Georgia Tech Student System. The following data elements are considered directory information and are collected from each participant as part of the registration and profile setup process:

Full legal name

Email address

Shipping address

Company name

This data is not published in Georgia Tech’s online directory system and therefore is not currently available to the general public. GTPE data is not sold or provided to external entities.

Sensitive Data
The following data elements, if in the Georgia Tech Student Systems, are consider sensitive information and are only available to Georgia Tech employees with a business need-to-know:

Georgia Tech ID

Date of birth

Citizenship

Gender

Ethnicity

Religious preferences

Social security numbers

Registration information

Class schedules

Attendance records

Academic history

Inclement Weather

GTPE instructors and participants shall refer to the Georgia Tech website in the event of inclement weather. Please be advised that if campus is closed for any reasons, all classroom courses are also cancelled.

Program Completion

GTPE certificates of program completion consist of a prescribed number of required and elective courses offered and completed at Georgia Tech within a consecutive six-year period. Exceptions, such as requests for substitutions or credit for prior education, can be requested through the petition form. Exceptions cannot be guaranteed.

Refunds

Withdrawals
Classroom courses
To receive a full refund, you must submit a withdrawal request 10 or more business days prior to the course start date. Final course grade will be a W.

Online courses
To receive a full refund, you must submit a withdrawal request prior to the course start date and have not previously accessed the course. Final course grad will be a W.

Substitutions
Course substitutions are allowed if for the same course and requested two or more business days prior to the start of the course. All substitution requests must be submitted via the GTPE Substitution Form. Substitutions cannot be guaranteed for classified, restricted, or approval-required courses.

Transfers
Course transfers are allowed if requested 10 or more business days prior to the start of the course. All transfer requests must be submitted via the GTPE Transfer Form.

Smoking & Tobacco

Georgia Tech is a tobacco-free and smoke-free campus. The use of cigarettes, cigars, pipes, all forms of smokeless tobacco, and any other smoking devices that use tobacco are strictly prohibited. There are no designated smoking areas on campus.

Special Discounts

Courses that are eligible for special discounts will be noted accordingly on the course page. Only one coupon code can be entered during the checkout process and cannot be redeemed after checkout is complete. If you have already registered and forgot to use your coupon code, you can request an eligible refund. GTPE will cancel any transaction where a coupon was misused or ineligible. If you are unsure if you can use your coupon code, please check with the course administrator.

GTPE does not have a program for senior citizens. However, Georgia Tech offers a 62 or Older Program for Georgia residents who are 62 or older and are interested in taking for credit courses. This program does not pay for noncredit professional education courses. Visit the Georgia Tech Undergraduate Admissions page for more information on the undergraduate program and Georgia Tech Graduate Admissions page for more information on the graduate program.

Group Registrations

How do I register my group?

There is no special process or form to register your group. All interested learners must create and manage their own individual profiles, accounts, and registrations.

Provide an accepted payment method to complete the order (credit card, third party credit card holder, or one accepted payment document).

*Carts will remain active for 14 days, but seats are not held until the transaction is complete.

How do I apply for a group discount?

Courses that offer group discounts will display the discount code on the course page. Your employees will use the code during the registration process and cart totals will adjust accordingly. Group discounts can only be used if three or more employees from the company attend the same course and only one coupon code can be use per shopping cart.

If you have already registered and forgot to use your coupon code, you can request an eligible refund.

What are the accepted payment documents if I am unable to pay by credit card?

Accepted payment documents must be uploaded during the registration process. They include:

A company purchase order (PO or SF182)

A letter of authorization on company letterhead

A corporate education application/voucher

What are the requirements for payment documents?

Name of company and physical address

Name of employee(s) approved for training

Document number (SF-182 documents: Section C, Box 4)

Billing address (SF-182 documents: Section C, Box 6)

Course title and course dates

Maximum disbursement amount (billing amount)

Expiration date (if applicable)

Authorized signature(s)

Payment terms less than or equal to net 30

The employee can print of a copy of their shopping cart to submit if required for payment documents. The cart will remain active for 14 days, but the seat will not held until registration and payment is complete.

Registrations cannot be processed without payment. If your employee is concerned about losing a seat in a class because of internal company processes, we suggest that they go ahead and register and pay with a personal or corporate credit card and seek reimbursement.

Who can I contact for assistance?

If you need assistance with your group registration or have questions on how to start the process, please feel free to contact us at 404-385-3501 or peregistration@gatech.edu.

Individual Registrations

Where are your courses held?

Most GTPE classroom courses are held at the Georgia Tech Global Learning Center (GLC). Any courses that are held elsewhere will be clearly marked on the course page. Get information on parking, directions, and transportation to the GLC.

Do you provide overnight guest rooms?

We do not provide overnight rooms. However, accommodations can be made at the Georgia Tech Hotel and Conference Center, adjacent to us. Additional hotels can be found within walking distance. Get more information on accommodations.

What if I need to transfer to another course?

Learners may transfer to another course of equal or greater cost if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to the original course start date. The course to which one transfers must already be scheduled.

When should I register for a course?

We recommend you register for courses as early as possible. Session details will indicate when there is less than five reamining seats in a particular session.

How can I make updates to my contact information?

Updates to your company, address, email, phone, and passwords can be made directly on the GTPE website. Name changes and citizenship changes must be submitted to the GTPE Registrar’s Office.

Provide an accepted payment method to complete the order (credit card, third party credit card holder, or one accepted payment document).

*Carts will remain active for 14 days, but seats are not held until the transaction is complete.

Do you accept walk-in registrations?

Walk-in registrations are accepted based on space availability but are not guaranteed for any courses.

Do you offer special discounts?

If available, discounts will display on the course page or will be automatically applied during the purchase process. Only one coupon code should be entered during the checkout process and will be validated by the system if applicable to items in your cart. If you have already registered and forgot to use your coupon code, you can request an eligible refund.

GTPE does not have a discount program for senior citizens. However, Georgia Tech offers a 62 or Older Program for Georgia residents who are 62 or older and are interested in taking for credit courses. This program does not pay for noncredit professional education courses. Visit the Georgia Tech Undergraduate Admissions page for more information on the undergraduate program and the Georgia Tech Graduate Admissions page for more information on the graduate program.

What professional education programs are eligible for veteran education benefits?

The following GTPE programs are eligible for veteran education benefits:

GTPE does not have a program for senior citizens. However, Georgia Tech offers a 62 or Older Program for Georgia residents who are 62 or older and are interested in taking for credit courses. This program does not pay for noncredit professional education courses. Visit the Georgia Tech Undergraduate Admissions page for more information on the undergraduate program and the Georgia Tech Graduate Admissions page for more information on the graduate program.

What happens if my course is cancelled?

In the event of a cancellation, we will provide you with a full refund or transfer to an equivalent course.

Do I need a student visa to take a course?

Short courses (1-5 days) and conferences do not require a student visa. A B-2 Tourist Visa, along with a copy of your registration confirmation email and a copy of your completed web registration order page, should suffice.

If participation in a course is employment related, with immediate departure from the U.S., then a B-1 Temporary Business Visa will be required.

We encourage you to contact your U.S. Consulate or Embassy to determine visa eligibility. Full refunds will be provided to participants who are unable to obtain an entry visa and contact our office prior to the start of the course.

English as a Second Language students should contact the Language Institute for admission and visa requirements.

Do you provide letters of invitations or immigration documents for student visas?

We do not issue letters of invitation and cannot provide immigration documents for the issuance of a student visa. Full refunds will be provided to participants who are unable to obtain an entry visa and contact our office prior to the start of the course.

Who can I contact for assistance?

If you need assistance with your group registration or have questions on how to start the process, please feel free to contact us at 404-385-3501 or peregistration@gatech.edu.

Payments

What payment methods do you accept?

Full payment is due at time of registration. Accepted payment methods include:

Will participants be issued a 1098-T tax form for courses taken at GTPE?

GTPE cannot issue 1098-T tax forms. If you have a payment history need for tax purposes, we are happy to provide you with receipts of payment. Please submit your requires to peregistration@gatech.edu. Be sure to include your full legal name and Georgia Tech ID which can be found within your GTPE profile.

Transcripts, Certificates, and Credits

Are your CEUs accredited?

GTPE’s use of CEU follows accepted criteria and guidelines established by the Georgia Board of Regents which follows international standards such as The International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).

Do you provide transcripts or certificates for Professional Development Hours or Professional Development Units?

GTPE does not issue transcripts or certificates with Professional Develop Hours (PDH) or Professional Development Units (PDU), but the crosswalk here is provided for reference.

Upon successful completion of most GTPE courses (80% minimum attendance and a passing grade in courses that require an assessment), you may receive a certificate indicating the number of CEUs earned. Certificate issuance exceptions include courses with outstanding credentialing entities (i.e. OSHA or PADI).

How do I request a transcript of my CEUs?

CEUs earned are recorded in the attendee’s name and will appear on a GTPE transcript. All transcripts must be requested by the attendee via the transcript request form. Requests are typically processed within three business days.

How do I petition for a program certificate audit?

For an audit of your transcript for progress toward completion of a certificate, please complete the transcript request form. GTPE courses do not provide academic or degree credit. Georgia Tech academic or degree credit is only available to matriculated students taking courses that meet degree requirements.

What requirements are required by my state and association?

For specific information on state licensing or credit requirements, please contact your state licensing board. If you are seeking certification through a professional association, please review the specific requirements with that association.

Withdrawals, Substitutions, and Transfers

How do I withdrawal for a course?

Classroom courses
To receive a full refund, you must submit a withdrawal request 10 or more business days prior to the course start date. Final course grade will be a W.

Online courses
To receive a full refund, you must submit a withdrawal request prior to the course start date and have not previously accessed the course. Final course grad will be a W.

I can no longer attend a course. Can I send a substitute in my place?

Course substitutions are allowed if for the same course and requested two or more business days prior to the start of the course. All substitution requests must be submitted via the GTPE Substitution Form. Substitutions cannot be guaranteed for classified, restricted, or approval-required courses.

Can I transfer my registration to another course?

Course transfers are allowed if requested 10 or more business days prior to the start of the course. All transfer requests must be submitted via the GTPE Transfer Form.

Train at Your Location

We enable employers to provide specialized, on-location training on their own timetables. Our world-renowned experts can create unique content that meets your employees' specific needs. We also have the ability to deliver courses via web conferencing or on-demand online videos. For 15 or more students, it is more cost-effective for us to come to you.